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Lead a study visit to Germany

The deadline for the 2007 courses has now passed. Information on the 2008 courses will be posted in January 2008

Would you like to lead a group of UK students on a study visit to Germany? Read information about your responsibilities during the visit, the benefits to you and how to apply.

This year we are again running an additional course for pupils aged 14 to 15, who will have completed the first year of their GCSE course. This is in addition to the courses for lower-sixth form students. Information on these courses can be found on the German pupil courses page.

What are the duties and responsibilities?

responsibility for the welfare of 12 UK pupils, accompanying the group to and from Germany
provision of 1-2 hours of tuition every day
provide assistance to the German organiser in running the programme

What are the benefits?

professional development, both of language and organisational skills
two weeks’ immersion in German language and culture
insight into German school life

Who can apply?
UK teachers with experience of teaching German up to ‘A’ Level (or equivalent).

What funding is available?
All expenses, including travel and insurance, board and lodging with a German host family, are paid. Group leaders will receive an honorarium plus contingency funds to cover course-related costs. Travel will be arranged.

How do I apply?

Download the application form (MS Word 95KB)
Complete three copies of the form

Send the 3 copies, along with 3 recent, original passport-sized photographs, to:

German Pupil Courses
World Links Team - Education, Science and Society,
British Council
10 Spring Gardens
London SW1A 2BN

When can I apply?
The deadline has been extended to 28 March 2007.

If you have any further queries, please contact the British Council at:
Telephone  020 7389 4916  Fax  020 7389 4426
E-mail  world.links@britishcouncil.org

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